Category: Holidays

  • Feb 23rd: World Understanding and Peace Day


    Our social and political divisions — globally, nationally, and even locally — seem so out of control, it’s easy for anybody to feel overwhelmed. But what if there was a way each of us could make a real difference? Danielle Reiff can show us how by guiding us to become peacebuilders.Invite Reiff on your show to explain how any of us in the “exhausted majority” who oppose division and violence can lean into promoting trust, belonging, and cooperation in our own communities. A former diplomat with the U.S. Agency for International Development, founder of the Peacebuilders initia¬tive, and editor of the upcoming book, “Overcoming Information Chaos: A Guide for Cultivating Peaceful Communities in the Digital Age,” Reiff is a wellspring of resources, tools, and strategies for becoming a peacebuilder. Contact her at Danielle Reiff at (202) 499-7256; dreiff@rtirguests.com

  • 02/05/2025 RTIR Newsletter: Special Valentine’s Day Issue


    01. Aphrodisiac Expert: Valentine’s Day Love Potions
    02. Got Online Dating Burnout? Celebrity Dating Coach Shares Tips
    03. What Your Past Lives Reveal About Your Current Romantic Choices
    04. How an Intuitive Mentalist Can Improve Your Love Life
    05. Stop Being Unhappy Because You’re Single!
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    1. ==> Aphrodisiac Expert: Valentine’s Day Love Potions

    Can you find love in a bottle? Well, not quite, but aphrodisiacs have been used for thousands of years to increase libido and attraction. Do these legendary foods, spices and potions really work? And how? Many years ago, Lillian Zeltser accidentally stumbled on an old love potion recipe, which sparked her interest in aphrodisiacs and natural stimulants. Together with her husband, a medical doctor, she researched, experimented with, and hunted for them around the world for over 30 years. In the process, Lillian personally experienced hundreds of effective legendary aphrodisiacs. She’ll explain the link between food, love and sexuality, how aphrodisiacs can help you feel more attractive and increase mental clarity and focus, and ways to incorporate them into your daily life. She’ll also share all-natural recipes and tips to maintain and enjoy your sexual energy. Lillian Zeltser is the founder of Aphrodope and the author of “Aphrodisiac Adventures.” Contact her at lvez@bigpond.com or +61 419335631

    2. ==> Got Online Dating Burnout? Celebrity Dating Coach Shares Tips

    According to a recent Forbes Health Survey, 79% of Gen Z report dating app burnout. Celebrity dating coach Damona Hoffman, host of the Dates & Mates podcast and author of “F the Fairy Tale: Rewrite the Dating Myths and Live Your Own Love Story,” can share ways to beat dating fatigue and how to have fun and enjoy dating. She’ll discuss the surprising reason many dating app users aren’t really interested in dating or relationships, how to engage online and screen potential dates, and how to find the best dating app for you. Damona Hoffman has been coaching singles on how to find love online and offline for over 15 years. Her articles appear regularly in the “LA Times” and “The Washington Post.” She’s a regular on-air contributor to “The Drew Barrymore Show,” NPR, and NBC’s “Access Daily.” Contact her at asst@damonahoffman.com 

    3.==> What Your Past Lives Reveal About Your Current Romantic Choices 

    Do you feel like you’ve known your partner forever? Could you have been together in a past life? And can your past lives explain your current romantic choices? Alla Kaluzhny—licensed therapist, hypnotherapist, and author of two thought-provoking reincarnation memoirs including “Turning New Pages,” uncovers the hidden ways your soul’s journey shapes love, habits and decisions. With vivid memories of her own past lives and spiritual expertise, Alla delivers insight that will inspire your audience to rethink their connections and choices. During this one-of-a-kind show, Alla will share her most unforgettable past-life experiences and explain how past lives influence love, friendships, and behaviors. She’ll answer your questions about déjà vu, karmic ties, and recurring patterns and explore how past-life memories can help resolve today’s conflicts. Contact Alla Kaluzhny at (213) 459-3509; akaluzhny@rtirguests.com

    4. ==> How an Intuitive Mentalist Can Improve Your Love Life

    What is your partner really trying to tell you? Is your relationship moving in the direction you think it is? Dr. Dan Bartlett, a certified metaphysical practitioner with over 30 years of experience will reveal practical ways to develop your natural intuitive abilities to improve your relationships (and other areas of your life!) Dr. Dan says there’s a myth that you need to be born with intuitive gifts. He says they can be developed and will empower listeners by showing them how to tap into their innate intuition and use that knowledge to enhance relationships, increase well-being and find career success. Known for his engaging style as a Magical Mentalist, Dr. Dan can also captivate your audience with live mind-reading demonstrations. A former senior U.S. Army Certified Instructor and a distinguished Drill Seargent, Dr. Dan is the author of “Six Easy Secrets to Psychic Success.” Contact him at (480) 841-0984; dbartlett@rtirguests.com

    5. ==> Stop Being Unhappy Because You’re Single!

    Valentine’s Day can bring up a lot of emotions, especially if you’re single and don’t necessarily want to be. So you can sit at home and mope about your situation or you can take Deborah Mallow’s approach. A positivity and mindset coach, she’ll explain how to get out of your own way, rediscover your true self, reshape your mindset, and get unstuck. "It’s not about forcing positivity or ignoring real problems; it’s about making the daily decision to approach life differently and find more joy in everyday living.” Deborah’s transformational approach is based on choosing positivity as a daily decision. She says the effects are transformative and will make you happier and healthier. Deborah is the author of "6 Steps To Fewer Days That Suck: Ditch Unhealthy Habits Unzip A Happier You." Contact her at (516) 613-5359; dmallow@rtirguests.com





  • How Martin Luther King’s Principles of Nonviolence Can Transform Your Personal Life


    Monday, January 20 is not just the date of Trump’s second inauguration: it’s also Martin Luther King Jr. Day. When faced with conflict within her family, retired American diplomat and self-described peacebuilder Danielle Reiff incorporated King’s principles of nonviolence into her own personal life, and the results were transformative. King’s commitment to universal love and nonviolent non-cooperation can apply to family as much as political opponents – or even to oneself. Reiff has spent her life in the service of peace, having supported democratic transitions and peace processes around the world as a diplomat for twenty years. Now she runs Peacebuilders, an initiative to promote nonviolence and unity in diversity in the U.S. during a critical time. Invite her on your program to help your audience learn about the value and power of nonviolence in our own lives and communities. As King’s inspiration Mahatma Gandhi said, “We but mirror the world. All the tendencies present in the outer world are to be found in the world of our body. If we could change ourselves, the tendencies of the world would also change.” Contact Danielle at (202) 499-7256; dreiff@rtirguests.com

  •  The Best New Year’s Resolution You Can Make

    There’s no sugarcoating the fact that achieving your goals – any goals – can sometimes be difficult, and New Year’s resolutions are no exception. Eighty percent of us give up on our resolutions by the second week in February. That’s why it’s important to be strategic. Most people say the main reason they procrastinate is because of fatigue; they’re just too tired. Dr. Linda Gannaway is an expert at helping people stop procrastinating, achieve their goals, and establish new habits. She taught classes on procrastination for more than 20 years to thousands of university students. A former procrastinator herself, Linda also spent five years studying procrastination and wrote the most comprehensive book available: “FINALLY Stop Procrastinating.” Now she’s on a mission to help as many other procrastinators as she can. There are lots of reasons to feel hopeful – because of the latest findings in brain research, now even the most die-hard procrastinators can find techniques that will help them succeed. Contact her at (559) 234-4572; Lgannaway@rtirguests.com

  • Thrift for Christmas? Creative Ways to Save on Gifts

    Looking for creative ways to save on gifts this holiday season? Aaron Lapedis, the Garage Sale Millionaire, will share thrifty ways to find unique and special presents without breaking the bank. From online resale vendors to thrift store shopping, Lapedis says you’d be surprised at the range of items you can find and feel good about gifting. He’ll tell you how to get the best deal on high-end vintage goods, tell-tale signs you’re being ripped off and how to spot a real treasure! Aaron’s journey as an entrepreneur started when he was 9 flipping coins, stamps and baseball cards. By 21 he was a millionaire. Aaron had a TV show on PBS for many years and continues to be an expert for the FBI. He’s an experienced media guest with over 1,000 interviews on radio, podcasts, and TV. Contact Mara at assistant@gsmpartnersinc.com 

  • Great Halloween Show: A Real-Life ‘Rocky Horror’ Story

    In the 1975 cult movie classic “Rocky Horror Picture Show,” a young couple’s car breaks down in front of a spooky house. They knock on the door and encounter Dr. Frank-IN-Furter and assorted other weirdos. Detri McGhee (say DE’ trah) — a perfect guest for the Halloween season — had a ‘Rocky Horror” moment herself in the 1980s before cellphones when her car ran out of gas two miles from home late at night at the entrance to three cemeteries. Dressed in black and wearing high heels suitable for the business meeting she had been at, she found herself stranded in a rough neighborhood known to be home to bears and panthers. To find out what happened you will have to interview Detri for the ultimately uplifting story that changed her life. Detri runs the nonprofit Reaching for Life, Inc. which encourages reading writing, and communicating through developing advanced emotional intelligence skills. Contact Detri McGhee at (870) 407-7523; dmcghee@rtirguests.com

  • Last Minute Holiday Wine Help

    The holidays give us much to toast but what should you put in your glass?  Certified Wine Educator Jim Laughren can share the latest insider tips and techniques to smart wine buying. Help your audience celebrate like never before by sharing his knowledge, fun facts, and favorite wine bargains. An appearance by Jim is every bit as entertaining as an in-person wine tasting. Jim is the author award-winning author of “50 Ways to Love Wine More” and “A Beer Drinker’s Guide to Knowing and Enjoying Fine Wine,” as well as two short eBooks, “The 15-Minute Guide to Red Wine” and “The 15-Minute Guide to White Wine.” Ask him: What wines are you most looking forward to imbibing this holiday? How about champagnes? Do you have some suggestions for gifting wine that will knock people’s socks off? Jim has appeared on radio and TV around the country and is always an excellent and entertaining guest. Contact Jim at (954) 317-9623; JLaughren@rtirguests.com

  • Songwriter/Pianist Plays Christmas Music Live on Your Show

    There’s no better way to experience the joys of the season than by inviting pianist and songwriter Dave Combs on your program to play Christmas music live! Whether he plays his instrumental composition “Happy Christmas Bells” or holiday classic songs off his “My First Christmas Album” (i.e. “Silent Night,” “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen”), Dave will bring smiles to your audience members’ faces along with holiday spirit. In addition, Dave can talk about the power of music — even music without words — to change lives and share the inspiring story behind his most successful composition, “Rachel’s Song.” Dave Combs’ music has been played millions of times on radio, satellite, and internet streaming media. He is also the author of “Touched By the Music: How the Story and Music of Rachel’s Song Can Change Your Life.” Contact him at (336) 655-8320; dave@combsmusic.com

  • Host of PBS’ Simply Delicious Living Offers 5 Tips for Finding Your Bliss in 2022

    The New Year is a time to start fresh and begin making your dreams happen, but what if you don’t know how to start? The award-winning screenwriter, author, TV/film producer, journalist, and host of the Telly Award-winning Simply Delicious Living PBS-TV series, Maryann Ridini Spencer, reveals her top five tips to start living your dreams. Ask her what are her tips to help others realize their dreams? What are some specific tools she recommends for goal-setting? What advice does she offer for staying on track to achieve your desired life? Maryann is the author of the award-winning Kate Grace Novels “Lady in the Window,” “The Paradise Table,” “Secrets of Grace Manor”, and the “Simply Delicious Living” cookbooks. Her work has appeared on Hallmark Hall of Fame (CBS-TV), the Hallmark Channel, CNN, USA, SyFy, Showtime, PBS, and many others. Contact:: Maryann Ridini Spencer at (818) 492-9135;mspencer@rtirguests.com

  • Fun Valentine’s Day Show: Why Does My Partner Do That?

    This Valentine’s Day can be a game-changer for the couples in your audience if you book clinical psychologist Dr. Stacy Dicker as soon as possible. That’s because Stacy can offer fresh insights using a combination of psychology and astrology that can bring couples closer no matter how long they’ve been dating or married. Want to know why your mate does what he or she does that drives you crazy? Hear ways that they are like you or different than you that you hadn’t considered? Find out from the author of “Psychstrology: Apply the Wisdom of the Cosmos to Gain Balance and Improve Your Relationships.” Stacy Dicker, Ph.D., is a psychologist who has been working with clients for 20 years using astrology as her secret sauce. She taught psychotherapy courses to upper-level psychology majors at the University of Colorado, Boulder, for nearly ten years. Contact her at (720) 327-1732; sldicker@yahoo.com